by Joan Haynes, NMD Buy a basic first-aid travel kit and add your own natural medicines There are a wide variety of basic travel kits available for basic first aid. Here is a list of sites that supply them. Choose your kit based on how long your trip is and the availability of the nearest … Read more
Nicole Maxwell, NMD No time to work out but want to work on cardiovascular health and weight loss? Then high intensity interval training is for you! High intensity interval training, also known as HIIT, has been shown to help people improve their cardiovascular health and lose weight. What is HIIT? HIIT is when you … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD Skin is the largest organ of our body. With regular skin brushing, you help your lymph system to improve its circulation to rid your body of toxins. It also increases cell renewal by removing dead skin layers and can even reduce the appearance of cellulite. Buy a natural, not synthetic, bristle … Read more
by Nicole Maxwell, NMD Adapted from Lauren Cox at Natural Partners You may have a cabinet somewhere in the house complete with glass cleaner, bleach, abrasive bathroom cleaner, etc. Many conventional cleaning products contain chemicals that can be harmful to your health. Try some of these great healthy alternatives. Put them in glass spray … Read more
Your liver is a workhorse. The work of detoxification is happening everyday, whether you’re “on a cleanse” or not. The liver’s detoxification process is complex, but most simply is divided into two steps, aptly named Phase 1 and Phase 2. This infographic found on www.integrativefamilypractice.com shows an overview of how the liver works. Pathways and … Read more
by Nicole Maxwell, NMD Approximately 50% of patients experiencing a heart attack or stroke have “normal” cholesterol levels. What does it mean to have “normal” lipid levels? What parameters might be better to check to accurately identify your risk? The risk of developing heart disease has traditionally been assessed by measurement of LDL-C (low-density … Read more
Recipe In a large glass such as quart jar: Filtered water (and optional ice). Fill 9/10ths of the way full. Sugar sweetened beverage such as lemonade*. Fill remaining 1/10 of jar. ¼ – ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt or commercial electrolytes**. The Importance of Electrolytes: Electrolytes are minerals in your body that have an electric … Read more
By Nicole Maxwell, NMD Homeopathy is a safe, gentle, and natural system of healing that works with your body to relieve symptoms, restore itself, and improve your overall health. Homeopathic remedies are extremely safe to use, even with very small children and pets. They have none of the side effects of many traditional medications, are … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD Up at night with heartburn? Worried about the side effects of acid blocking prescriptions? Learn what other options you can explore to tame the discomfort and optimize your digestion and thereby your overall health. Conventional medicine offers patients little insight into the cause of heartburn and instead puts a band aid … Read more
from Kara Ferguson, Finance Manager I love Brussels Sprouts – and this is such a quick way to make them. Adapted from Whole Foods Market recipe. Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or melted coconut oil 1 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: … Read more